Brews & Bites Riverwalk

"There are fewer crowds to contend with at Brews & Bites, a block-long bar across from Merchandise Mart, than at some of the other places on this guide. And apart from the usual Riverwalk-makeshift kitchen suspects, like hot dogs, sandwiches, and a double patty smashburger with the right ratio of char to juiciness, there are also bowls of pasta. Or, get one of their solid sweet or savory crepes. They're made-to-order, and go well with an Art On The Mart show." - veda kilaru

"Forget trying to get a table along the Riverwalk at places like Tiny Tapp or City Winery during the peak post-work evening rush. Luckily, there are fewer crowds to contend with at Brews & Bites, a bar across from Merchandise Mart. The block-long patio has a bunch of tables where you can post up with a beer or canned cocktail and take in the sounds of summer—Dua Lipa hits and the Brown line thundering up Wells. And apart from your usual Riverwalk-makeshift kitchen suspects, like hot dogs, sandwiches, and a surprisingly delicious double patty smashburger with the right ratio of char to juiciness, there are also bowls of pasta. Or, get one of their solid sweet or savory crepes. They're made-to-order, and go well with an Art On The Mart show. photo credit: Brews & Bites photo credit: Veda Kilaru photo credit: Brews & Bites photo credit: Brews & Bites" - Veda Kilaru